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Originally Posted by QuocAE86
It is not worth paying 4k+ when you can just get a 250 and the rest of the money saved be put into proper gear. The 300 has nothing special that is worth the extra 50cc, the forks are still chopsticks and maybe just maybe you want ABS. But not worth the extra in my opinion.
If you want to be a good rider, sure pick a smaller bike but the same results can be had for cheaper and more can be invested elsewhere unless you really want a NEW bike. Oh yeah, maybe FI.
I see it as;
Buy a 250 for like $2500, invest $1000 for gear and take riding school if you're new. Isn't that worth a New Ninja 300 ?
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Really? Where?
Unless we're talking about beat up, possibly rebuilt status 2008+ Ninja 250's, I rarely, if ever see one go that low; and I assume the rare times you do find them, they're gone as quickly as they're listed. The general average I observe for a decent one is around $3000 - $3500. In which case, if you're not looking for a "first bike" and are moreso looking for an all-around commuter that you plan using for a number of years, I'd advise go with the 300; especially since I see the new 300's go as low as $3995 on year end sales (well they did at Holeshot last October).